1984 Torgesen Murdock Original Oil Painting – Floral Still Life With Lilies, Roses & Ceramic Pitcher

Details

Description

Torgesen Murdock Original Oil Painting – Floral Still Life with Lilies, Roses & Ceramic Pitcher, 1984
Category: Fine Art / … Read more Torgesen Murdock Original Oil Painting – Floral Still Life with Lilies, Roses & Ceramic Pitcher, 1984
Category: Fine Art / Paintings / Still Life
Style: Modern Impressionist
Materials: Oil on Canvas, Wood Frame

This radiant original oil painting by listed California artist Torgesen Murdock is a striking example of her celebrated Modern Impressionist style—defined by bold, confident brushwork, rich impasto texture, and a masterful orchestration of light and color.

The composition presents a lush, overflowing floral arrangement featuring white and blush lilies alongside vibrant red roses and soft white blossoms, all set against a luminous turquoise-blue ground. The flowers seem to shimmer with life, their petals rendered in expressive, painterly strokes that capture both movement and immediacy.

In the foreground, Murdock anchors the composition with a beautifully arranged still life: an ornate cream-and-gold ceramic pitcher with scrolling decoration, a cobalt-blue glass bottle, a muted gray vessel, and a grouping of organic elements including red onions/shallots, a green pear, and scattered leaves. These objects create a compelling interplay of texture—glossy glass, matte ceramic, and natural forms—enhanced by dynamic light and shadow.

Painted from life using a wet-on-wet technique, the work conveys a freshness and immediacy that reflects the artist’s direct observation and deep understanding of color harmony. The influence of her mentor, Ovanes Berberian, is evident in the confident composition and luminous palette.

Torgesen Murdock is known for her fearless approach to large-scale painting and her dedication to traditional, observation-based methods. Her work emphasizes the timeless principles of still life—light, color relationships, and form—executed with a contemporary, expressive energy.

Dimensions
Canvas: 31" H × 24" W
Framed: 34.5" H × 28.75" W × 1" D
Condition
Good vintage condition.
The frame does show some wear and slight imperfections. Presents beautifully.

Signature
Signed lower right. 1984

Frame
Presented in an elegant green wood frame with gold inner accents and liner.
Ready to hang.

Provenance
This is a genuine original oil painting by Torgesen Murdock. Signed in the lower right corner and dated (not a print or giclée).
Private collection, California.

A vibrant, gallery-quality floral that balances classical training with modern painterly freedom. The interplay of luminous color, rich texture, and thoughtful composition makes this a standout statement piece for any interior—from traditional to transitional spaces. See less